Understanding Human Differences Multicultural Education for a Diverse America 6th Edition By Kent L. Koppelman (eBook PDF)
Understanding Human Differences: Multicultural Education for a Diverse America 6th Edition by Kent L. Koppelman is a textbook published by Pearson in 2019, which explores diversity issues in American society through an inquiry-based approach. The book is designed for students and educators in multicultural education courses. Publication Details and FormatThe 6th edition has specific publication details and is available in various formats.
- Author: Kent L. Koppelman
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: January 22, 2019 (for the main paperback edition)
- Print ISBN-13: 978-0135196731
- Print ISBN-10: 0135196736
- eTextbook ISBNs: 9780135170663, 0135170664, 9780135166925, 9780135170656
- Pages: 432 pages
Content OverviewThe book uses a question-and-answer format and draws on research from various behavioral and social sciences, including psychology, sociology, education, biology, history, and anthropology. It covers a wide range of topics related to diversity and oppression in the United States.
- Key Themes: The text examines how society makes lives difficult for many through racism, classism, sexism, ableism, and homophobia.
- Approach: It uses a "stimulating inquiry approach" to encourage discussion and debate on critical issues. Each chapter includes discussion activities and exercises.
- Updates in the 6th Edition: This edition includes updated discussions on topics such as the portrayal of American Indians in K-12 curricula, the positive impact of immigrants on urban economies, the consequences of low wages for healthcare workers, the proposed travel ban against Muslims, income inequality, the "school-to-prison" pipeline, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights for LGBT people.
Table of Contents (Selected Chapters)The book's structure covers individual attitudes, the cultural underpinnings of oppression, current issues, and the impact of diversity on institutions. Some of the chapter titles are available on the Pearson website and Bookswagon.